What’s Happening In Orange County

We’re here to help you find fun things to do, outdoor events, and more events this weekend and all week long. Check back often as our list will be updated as events are announced.

Visit our Fairs & Festivals page for a list of other exciting upcoming events!

Upcoming Events This Week

Chinese American Spring Festival Gala (Irvine Barclay Theatre) – Fri., Jan. 17
The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody (Westminster) January 17-19
Preacher Lawson (Brea Improv) – January 17-18
Cruisin’ 2 Freedom Car Cruise, Car Show & Dinner (OC Fair) – Sat., Jan. 18
Justin Timberlake (Anaheim) – Sat., Jan. 18
Monster Jam (Anaheim Stadium) – January 18-19
Mountain Bike Clinic Fundamentals (Irvine) – Sat., Jan. 18
Wilderness Access Day (Bommer Canyon) – Sat., Jan. 18
Annual Rice Cake Contest (Asian Garden Mall) – Sun., Jan. 19
Magic at the Majestic with David Minkin – Sunday, January 19
Fire Cider Cooking Class (The Ecology Center) – Sun., Jan. 19
Rams @ Eagles – Sun., Jan. 19 at 12 PM
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – Monday, January 20
Adventure Play Day (Fullerton) – Monday, January 20
CFP Championships: Ohio State vs Notre Dame – Monday, January 20
Ducks vs Panthers – Tuesday, January 21

See also our Main Events Page and events for Farmers Markets, Swap Meets, Car Shows, 5ks & Fun Runs, Night Markets, and Food & Wine Events.

Curated Activity Lists: Lunar New Year Events, OC Parks Activities

Events Beyond This Weekend

NAMM 2025 (Anaheim Convention Center) – January 21-25
Ducks vs Penguins – Thursday, January 23
Margaret Cho: Live & LIVID! (Brea Improv) – January 24-25
Gnome Hunt (Mission Viejo) – Saturday, January 25, 2025
The Fit Expo LA (LA Convention Center) – January 25-26
SoCal World Guitar Show (OC Fair) – January 25-26
Ducks vs Predators – Saturday, January 25
Pittsford Park Snowfest (Lake Forest) – Saturday, January 25
Lyon Air Museum History on the Flightline – Sat., Jan.25
AMA Supercross – Saturday, January 25
Tamales Cooking Class (The Ecology Center) – Sun., Jan. 26
Taste of San Juan – Thursday, January 30
Hall Outdoor Show (LB Convention Center) Jan. 30 – Feb. 2
Winter International Open Jiu Jitsu – February 1-2
Black History Parade & Unity Festival – Saturday, February 1
Renaissance Chocolate Faire (Bowers Museum) – Sunday, February 2
Surf City USA Marathon & Half Marathon – Sunday, February 2
San Juan Capistrano Rotary Car Show – Sunday, February 2
Ducks vs Canadiens – Sunday, February 2
California Comic Convention (Anaheim) – Sunday, February 2
Ducks vs Stars – Tuesday, February 4
Rosa Parks Birthday – Tuesday, February 4
Who’s Number One (OC Fair) – Friday, February 7
OC Extravaganza (Car show/Shop Vendors/Food Fest) – Sat., Feb. 8
Magic at the Majestic with David Minkin – Sunday, February 9
October Village (Anaheim) – Tuesday, February 11
Laguna Beach Music Festival – February 12-16
Fight Club OC (OC Fair) – Thursday, February 13
Redo Vintage Market (OC Fair) – February 14-15
Valentine’s Day – Friday, February 14
World’s Greatest Hobby on Tour (OC Fair) – February 15-16
Monster Jam (Anaheim Stadium) – February 15-16
President’s Day – Monday, February 17
LA Art Show – February 19-23
Sip N’ Stroll Market (Tustin) – Saturday, February 22
The Kid’s Pet Parade & Animal Rescue Expo – Saturday, February 22
Annual Youth Fishing Derby (San Clemente) – Saturday, February 22
Travel & Adventure Show (LA Convention Center) – February 22-23
TASTE Festival – Citrus (The Ecology Center) – Sun., Jan. 26
Wedding Show (Fullerton) – Sunday, February 23

2025 Ongoing Events

Museum of Make Believe – Limited run
Anaheim Marketplace Live Entertainment – Every Sat. & Sun. 12pm-6pm
Balboa Fun Zone Makers in the Zone – First Thursday of the Month
DTSA Art Walk – First Saturday of the Month
Kids Fun Zone (Anaheim) – Last Saturday of every month
Free Train Rides (Costa Mesa) – Every 3rd Sat. & Sun.
Home Depot Free Kids Workshops – First Saturday of the Month
Los Alamitos Sunset Saturdays – 2nd Saturday of the Month
Live Music on the Lido Deck – Every Thurs., Satu. & Sun. from Noon – 3pm
Live Music on the Ocean Deck – Sat./Sun. 1-3 PM
The Layover (Great Park) – Sat./Sun. 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday Musicales
Surf City Nights – Tuesday Nights
Taco Tuesday
Night Markets

Limited Time Pop-Up Events & Immersive Experiences

Candlelight Concerts & More
Dining in the Dark (Los Angeles)
Museum of Make Believe (Laguna Beach)
Italian Date Night: Handmade Ravioli (Laguna Hills)
Learn to Make Classic French Macarons (Anaheim)
Buy AMC Tickets & Drinks at a Discount

Entertainment Venue Event Schedules

Event Schedules at More Venues

Things to do This Weekend

DIY – At – Home

Many of the local maker studios and other do-it-yourself shops are now offering DIY Take Home Kits so you can pickup curbside and get creative at home, either on your own, with your family, or even plan a Zoom with friends. Here are a few of the best DIY-At-Home kits around Orange County:

Blaze Pizza – Make pizza night more fun with DIY pizza making kits from Blaze Pizza. Kits can be purchased as one, two or four individual sized pizzas complete with dough, sauce, cheese, dusting flour, and up to seven toppings.

AR Workshop – San Juan Capistrano – Pick up DIY kits including wood crafts, canvas projects, custom signs, holiday themed crafts, and more.

Monique

McArthur

Monique McArthur is a mother of two, writer, and creator of delicious recipes. In her spare time she enjoys exploring all that Orange County has to offer, traveling, shopping, running with her dogs and spending time with family.